Yes, the peacock was sublime!

Yes, the harlequins were a delight!

But, let’s looks at some other aspects of the extravaganza.

For example, the warring factions, on the part of the Nutcracker and the Mice, were picturesque beyond belief.

I can’t locate a good photograph of the cavalry component of this Nutcracker online, but I did find this illustration.

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You’ll have to take my word for it: the cavalry rocked!  I’ve never seen anything like their spectacular horse costumes.

The ethereal dance sequence with the corps de ballet dancing in a lightly falling snow was awesome.

Can you see what I mean?  It snows rarely in Seattle, so this aspect of the ballet is beloved locally.  By me for sure!

I’ve run out of superlatives to describe the Nutcracker, so I just show you some random photos of some great parts. A picture is worth a thousand words anyway.

And yes, I had to sneak in the peacock again.  I can’t help it.  I love it so much!

So, to close, let me remind you that this is the very last year to see the Stowell-Sendak version of The Nutcracker in Seattle. So, what are you waiting for, people?  Go!